Florida's Ron DeSantis threatens Disney with tolls and taxes

So the other day, I stumbled upon this article about Florida’s governor Ron DeSantis and his threat to impose tolls and taxes on Disney. Crazy, right?

Basically, it all boils down to a disagreement between the state of Florida and the famous theme park over COVID-19 safety measures. DeSantis is accusing Disney of being hypocritical by taking measures such as requiring masks and temperature checks for guests, while not doing the same for its employees. In response, he’s saying he might impose various fees and taxes on the park if they continue to ignore these concerns.

Honestly, I’m not surprised this is happening. Florida has been taking a pretty lax approach to COVID safety, while the rest of the country is still super cautious. And we all know how stubborn Disney can be when it comes to their policies.

But what really caught my attention was the potential impact this could have on the state’s already struggling economy. With tourism being one of Florida’s main sources of income, angering Disney - one of its biggest attractions - could end up doing more harm than good.

In any case, it’s going to be interesting to see how this all plays out. Will DeSantis follow through on his threats, or will Disney find a way to appease him? Either way, it’s a good reminder that the pandemic is still affecting our lives in unexpected ways.